TDS representative urges council to continue negotiated partnership rather than issuing an RFP
Oct 21, 2025
Oct 21, 2025
A TDS representative told council a formal RFP could limit options and that continued negotiation with the incumbent provider preserves institutional knowledge, local jobs and service continuity; he said the city can maintain competitive pricing through negotiation and cited staff's market analysis.
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During the public comment period, Jamar Prince, representing TDS, urged the council to continue negotiating with the current vendor rather than issuing a formal request for proposals for services such as waste and maintenance.
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